Public engagement events
Public engagement is critical to delivering an equitable, accessible Paid Leave program that improves the health and wellbeing of every person and business in Minnesota. Since November 2023, Paid Leave has engaged in hundreds of events and conversations, sharing updates, answering questions and gathering feedback from a variety of audiences.
Our engagement staff also works closely with community partners to understand and address the cares, concerns, and needs of Paid Leave’s diverse constituents, especially communities disadvantaged by racial, gender, socioeconomic and other systemic barriers.
Whether you have insights to share or want to learn more about the program, we encourage you to connect with us at one of the “Upcoming Events” listed below.
Healthcare providers play an important role in helping patients access Minnesota's new Paid Leave program which launches in January 2026. Minnesota is also home to a robust healthcare sector, with systems and settings large and small employing a range of professionals. To help providers and healthcare HR professionals prepare, Paid Leave staff are partnering with the Minnesota Hospital Association for a webinar that will delve into the medical certification process as well as employer account creation, leave administration, and equivalent plan substitutions.
Payroll providers and benefit managers, also known as third party administrators (TPAs), play an important role in setting employers up for success and ensuring compliance with Minnesota's new Paid Leave program. To help TPAs support their Minnesota clients, Paid Leave staff are partnering with the National Payroll Reporting Consortium (NPRC) for a webinar that will delve into issues such as wage detail reporting and employer account creation, leave administration, equivalent plan exceptions and small business assistance.